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Cory Weissman. UBCMJ 2014 5(2):12-13. Full text (PDF, 3MB) ABSTRACT This article includes an argument for the importance of academic electives in undergraduate medical education, along with a description of an academic elective that I took during the summer of 2012. The elective was a one-week course in evolutionary medicine, which is a growing field that […]

Currently accepting submissions for the upcoming Spring 2016 issue! Posted October 09, 2015 The theme for this issue is Marginalized Populations. The health of marginalized populations is an ongoing concern for health professionals and policymakers. The unique circumstances of these populations mandates that greater focus is given to learning about, assessing, and addressing their health […]

The theme for this issue is Marginalized Populations. The health of marginalized populations is an ongoing concern for health professionals and policymakers. The unique circumstances of these populations mandates that greater focus is given to learning about, assessing, and addressing their health needs. While it is well understood that the social determinants of health play […]

Your enthusiasm and excitement are the CORE of our organization – we need dedicated individuals to take a leadership role and continue promoting and building our journal! APPLY NOW The UBC Medical Journal is a journal that is run and written by students, for the world. Most positions are open to students in any academic […]

The theme for this issue is Complementary and Alternative Medicines (CAMs). These historic and diverse medical practices—although given little focus in our curriculum—have emerged as an important topic in healthcare due to controversies over their use. Debates and ethical quandaries arise when addressing the role of these practices in our society and the limited knowledge […]